Miller Beach in NJ Closes Swimming Area Over Bacteria

There's something in the water in New Jersey, and it's wreaking havoc.

Over the past few weeks leading up to a busy summer season, we've seen 7 Jersey beaches close their waters for swimmers thanks to higher-than-allowable levels of fecal matter in the waters.

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The fact that any level is acceptable blows my mind, but still.

Why Are New Jersey Beaches Closing for Swimmers?

It all started back in March, when Bechwood Beach closed its waters to swimmers due to higher-than-acceptable levels of fecal bacteria in the water.

Then, earlier in June, we learned that 6 more beaches were closing their waters due to higher-than-acceptable levels of fecal matter in the water.

Another beach in NJ has closed it's swimming area due to high levels of fecal bacteria Photo by Luis Rodriguez on Unsplash

A Growing Problem: Now 8 NJ Beaches Are Impacted

Now, it looks like an 8th beach has closed its waters for swimmers this summer for the exact same reason: higher than acceptable levels of fecal matter found in swimming areas.

What’s Causing the Closures? Meet Enterococci Bacteria

The bacteria in question that are causing all of these problems are Enterococci, which are commonly found in the intestines of humans and animals, and can cause serious health issues if ingested by swimmers.

Miller Beach in the Highlands Becomes Latest to Close

According to APP, it appears as though Miller Beach in the Highlands is the latest beach to close its swimming areas this summer after higher than acceptable levels of the Enterococci Bacteria were found in its waters.

Miller Beach Swimming Area Closed — But the Beach Remains Open

Keep in mind, the beach at Miller Beach is still open for you to enjoy; however, the swimming area is closed, and you could become severely ill if you do risk a swim.